our new development schemes

Rookhope

Two two-bed bungalows are under development in partnership with T Manners & Sons in Rookhope - the first social homes to be built in the area for more than 50 years. The bungalows feature high levels of insulation, the latest heating systems powered by solar panels, and double glazing; and are expected to bring big savings to tenants when compared with older homes in the village. Completed in January 2018.

Pity Me

Eight two and three-bedroom properties have been completed on this site - the first of the group's new developments to be built for affordable rent. The contractor for the development was Strategic Team Group, and the properties feature high levels of insulation, the latest heating systems and double glazing. The properties were completed in April 2018 and the first tenants have now moved in.

St Helens

Four affordable, two-bed wheelchair adaptable bungalows are currently under development in the St Helens area of Bishop Auckland. Suitable for a household of three people. The homes are being delivered in partnership with T Manners & Sons. Due for completion in the summer of 2018, the properties will be advertised through Durham Key Options for affordable rent. For more information call 0800 083 0333 or email lettingswest@cdhg.co.uk

Crook

40 new build homes are underway in this semi-rural location. Comprising of 18 two and three-bed houses; 20 two-bed bungalows; and two three-bed wheelchair accessible bungalow, this is sure to be a popular site. Working in partnership with Galliford Try, homes are due for completion in November 2018, with the first tranche available from late summer. These homes will be advertised for affordable rent through Durham Key Options in due course. For more information call 0800 083 0333 or email lettingswest@cdhg.co.uk

Willington

This 16 home development on currently vacant land at Bourne Way in Willington was granted planning permission in February 2018. Construction is expected to start this year. The new three-bedroom homes will all include energy saving features. 14 of the houses will be available under the government backed 'Rent to Buy' scheme with two available for affordable rent. Homes available for affordable rent will be advertised through Durham Key Options in due course. For more information call 0800 083 0333 or email lettingswest@cdhg.co.uk

Bishop Auckland

Planning permission for this development was granted in late 2017 for this development in Howard Close, Bishop Auckland. The project will feature 12 two-bedroom wheelchair adaptable bungalows. All of the homes will be available for affordable rent. Work is due to start in Spring 2018. These homes will be advertised for affordable rent through Durham Key Options in due course. For more information call 0800 083 0333 or email lettingswest@cdhg.co.uk

Bowburn

This project features 10 three-bedroom houses on Surtees Avenue in Bowburn. All of the homes will be available under the government backed 'Rent to Buy' scheme. Planning permission was granted in December 2017 and work is expected to start in summer 2018.

Parkside

With 48 new homes, this is the largest of the current projects being undertaken by County Durham Housing Group. The development will include 16 two-bedroom wheelchair adaptable bungalows, two three-bedroom dormer bungalows and 30 three-bedroom houses. Planning permission was granted in late 2017 and constrution will be phased up to 2020. A mixture of affordable rent and 'Rent to Buy' homes will be offered. The homes for affordable rent will be advertised through Durham Key Options in due course. For more information call 0800 083 0333 or email lettingswest@cdhg.co.uk